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Delegates attending this course will benefit from
an introductory overview of the terminology and classification of
cancer and principle issues in its treatment. Commonly available
anti-cancer drugs will be reviewed,with emphasis on mode of action,
dose intensity and chemotherapy regimes. The range of side effects
of chemotherapy treatment – both common and uncommon –
will be studied in detail. Quality of life issues, in terms of overall
assessment and result interpretation, will also be discussed.
Detailed consideration will be given to the treatment of major tumor
types: breast, lung, upper gastrointestinal (GI), colorectal, ovarian,
prostate and melanoma. Each session will be presented by clinicians
active in these areas and will focus on overall patient presentation
and management and cancer diagnosis and staging. Following these
sessions, our experts will lead delegates in interactive group discussions
on the key issues relating to effective management of each tumor
type.
The limitations of cytotoxic drugs are well known. With this in
mind, the course includes in-depth discussion on new drug development
and identification of new pharmacological targets of particular
interest and value. Clinical trial design issues will also be included.
Topics to be covered include:
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Cancer: terminology and classification -
Introduction to anti-cancer drugs
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Side effects of chemotherapy and radiotherapy
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New developments in cancer therapy
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Introduction to the major tumor types: breast,
lung, head & neck, GI, colorectal, ovarian, prostate -
Clinical trial issues in oncology
Faculty includes
Jeffrey Crawford MD
Duke University Medical Center, North Carolina
Nancy A Dawson MD
Georgetown University Hospital, Washington
Jeffrey Peppercorn MD
Duke University Medical Center, North Carolina
Bert O'Neil MD
UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, North Carolina
Mark Agulnik MD
Northwestern University, Chicago
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PharmaEssentials
Guide to oncology
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Who should attend? |
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Healthcare’s courses
are designed for both medical and non-medical staff within
the pharmaceutical industry. This course is suitable for clinical
research, medical information, regulatory affairs, biometrics
and strategic marketing personnel.
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Fees |
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The registration fee is $4,169. This includes
lunch and refreshments throughout the day. Accommodation costs
are not included.
Delegates can register on-line or by completing the booking
form and returning it together with the appropriate payment
to Healthcare Education Services Limited.
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Venue / Accommodation |
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Details of the venue will be supplied on
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